I have an M40-A1.

.40 in the Steyr M40-A1 punches as good or better than 9mm in the PPS.
Recoil feels different.
Grip angle of the Steyr might help.
Go figure!

Ruger Single Six with the long barrel. Shoot one, you'll own one!
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